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Dynamite Entertainment has launched a Kickstarter for a breathtaking Vampirella statue based on art by arguably the definitive artist for the character – José “Pepe” González! Fans can preorder their statues now at a limited time value and check out other extras available in the campaign!

This definitive piece that belongs in every Vampi fan’s collection in this hallmark year for the macabre icon. The high-quality resin sculpt is produced at 1/6 scale and stands 12.5 inches tall supported by a 5.5 inches wide base of her iconic bat logo. Steve Kiwus sculpted the piece, translating it from the legendary González image.

Vampirella first appeared in an eponymous magazine put out by Warren Publishing. Debuting as a simple horror anthology hostess in the vein of peers Uncle Creepy, Cousin Eerie and the Crypt-Keeper, she exploded in popularity and fans demanded fleshed out stories. Legendary writers and artists contributed to Vampi’s history making creation. Godfather of horror and sci-fi fandom Forrest J. Ackerman came up with the concept, then underground comix legend and Wonder Woman artist Trina Robbins designed the costume, for a first cover by fantasy painting master Frank Frazetta and an interior story by Ghost Rider artist Tom Sutton.

The depth of her stories really expanded with writer/editor Archie Goodwin (Batman, Iron Man) and José González. The two introduced major supporting characters like Adam Van Helsing and Pendragon. González wowed readers with his jaw-dropping art utilizing unparalleled detail and ink washes, pushing the boundaries of the black and white magazine format. His frontispiece illustrations and occasional covers further cemented his legacy as he contributed to nearly every issue of the decades long Warren run.

The statue is also available in a black and white edition and backers can “upgrade” to get a limited edition marked and numbered Proof edition.

Other reward options and add-ons include a specially curated selection of graphic novels, art books that will perfectly complement the González and Warren era statue and enamel pins.

Also available are deluxe hardcover Vampirella Archives, an impressive 15 volume library that reprints all 112 issues of the Warren magazine restored to the highest quality. Fans can get the first five volumes together, which represent the most critically acclaimed era of González art and writer collaborators, or go all in on the entire set. That’s over 5,000 pages!

Control is one of Dynamite’s curated titles of original, creator-driven stories from Andy Diggle (Hellblazer, Daredevil, The Losers). Framed for a murder she didn’t commit, Det. Sgt. Kate Burnham is the target of a massive conspiracy and the star of this action-packed piece of apparel.

Grand Passion T-Shirt

art: John Cassaday
FC | $19.99

Grand Passion is the brain-child of James Robinson (Squadron Supreme, Nick Fury) where Harlequin romance meets hard-boiled crime. A cop and criminal couldn’t be any more different from each other, but comic fans can all agree John Cassaday’s art is perfect for wearing.

Vampirella T-Shirt

art: José Gonzalez
FC | $19.99

Vampirella, the classic, vampire and super-heroine has been a consistent lead character at Dynamite for years. She’s teamed-up with the likes of Dracula, Dawn, and even Ash from Army of Darkness, but we’re celebrating her origins with this “vintage-style” t-shirt design.

Dynamite Entertainment celebrates the vibrant history of the one and only Vampirella with a functioning Tarot Card Deck that captures the timeless images of the 1969 Vampirella Magazine art in a unique and enjoyable collectible. Created in 1969 by horror icon Forrest J. Ackerman, Vampirella has thrived for nearly 50 years delivering classic tales of terror in comics, graphic novels, and magazines. These cover images helped to define the horror comic genre with master illustrators like Frank Frazetta, Sanjulian, Bill Hughes, Jose Gonzalez, Enrich, Esteban Maroto, and Paul Gulacy along with a host of other legendary contributing artists.

This first game offering from Dynamite Entertainment is a fun and exciting way to immerse yourself in the world of Vampirella. This set of 78 Vampirella Tarot cards illustrates the major and minor arcana and comes in a deluxe illustrated box with instructions for divining the future. The cards are built in a beautiful art deco style that embraces the vintage look and feel of the classic Vampirella Magazine covers.

Masters of Spanish Comic Book Art is a celebration of the great artists who revolutionized horror comics in the 1970s with their work on Warren’s Vampirella, Creepy, and Eerie horror comics. This first-ever comprehensive history of Spanish comic books and Spanish comic artists reveals their extraordinary success — not just in Spain and America, but around the world. Containing artwork from over 80 artists, this in-depth retrospective includes profiles of such legends as Esteban Maroto, Sanjulian, Jose Gonzalez, Jordi Bernet, Enrich, Victor De La Fuente, Jose Ortiz and Luis Garcia Mozos. With 500 illustrations, over half scanned directly from the original artwork, Masters Of Spanish Comic Book Art honors the “Golden Generation” whose artwork inspired the imagination of comic book lovers everywhere.

What terrors lurk within the final volume of the Vampirella Archives? The incomparable horror hostess offers you a guided tour of the Warren Publishing library, presenting the era’s greatest anthology of horror and science fiction by such comics luminaries as Bill DuBay, Gonzalo Mayo, Rich Margopoulos, Jose Gonzalez, Luis Bermejo, Nicola Cuti, Bruce Jones, and many more. This edition of Vampirella Archives collects Vampirella Magazine #104-112, and features a wealth of bonus materials from a bygone era, including the “Feary Tales” feature on urban legends, the monthly “Scarlet Letters” column, “Vampi’s Vault” of creator biographies and literary reviews, and intact vintage advertisements.

Ignite your passion for the horror hostess Vampirella with the Classic Warren Era wall calendar! The most iconic imagery from Vampirella Magazine are captured twelve months of the year, depictions of her hypnotic beauty that once ensnared millions of lovesick admirers… and promises to do so again in 2017! An alchemical union of sensuality, horror, and a seductive wickedness, brought vividly to life by the greatest artists of the 1960s and 1970s, including Frank Frazetta, Jose Gonzalez, Enrich, Sanjulian, and Jordi Penalva.

Behold the tome of spine-chilling terror and mind-blowing fantasy to haunt your dreams at night… the fourteenth volume of Vampirella Archives! Explore the hidden vaults of the Warren Publishing library with horror hostess extraordinaire Vampirella, thrilling to some of her finest (and most fear-fraught) adventures from yesteryear, plus an intoxicating selection of the era’s best horror and science fiction stories. As you face Haitian Voodoo and star beasts, zombie hordes and the Blood Red Queen, you’ll witness the storytelling magic of such luminaries as Archie Goodwin, Bruce Jones, Auraleon, Jose Ortiz, Rich Margopoulos, and many more.

This edition of Vampirella Archives collects Vampirella Magazine #97-103, and features a wealth of bonus materials from a bygone era, including the “Feary Tales” feature on urban legends, the monthly “Scarlet Letters” column, “Vampi’s Vault” of creator biographies and literary reviews, and more.

Celebrate the extraordinary work of Jose Gonzalez, an unparalleled master of horror illustration, with this gorgeous hardcover collection, presenting for the first time actual storyboard artwork spanning his years as the preeminent Vampirella artist! Eleven captivating and creepy tales appear in their entirety, stories ranging over ten years from Vampirella Magazine #15 (January 1972) to issue #112 (March 1983). Scanned in high-resolution color and printed at original size, Jose Gonzalez’s Vampirella Art Edition preserves every detail of the artist’s meticulous skill and hard work, a true treasure for longtime Vampi fans.
* Vampirella #15: “The Resurrection of Papa Voudou”, written by Archie Goodwin
* Vampirella #16: “…And Be a Bride of Chaos”, written by Archie Goodwin
* Vampirella #19: “Shadow Of Dracula”, written by T Casey Brennan
* Vampirella #21: “Slithers in the Sand”, written by Steve Englehart
* Vampirella #23: “The Blood Queen of Bayou Parish”, written by Steve Englehart
* Vampirella #27: “Return Trip?”, written by Josep Toutain
* Vampirella #28: “Curse of the MacDaemons”, written by Mike Butterworth
* Vampirella #37: “She Who Waits”, written by Archie Goodwin
* Vampirella #61: “An Eye for an Eye”, written by Bill DuBay
* Vampirella #108: “Spawn of the Star Beast 6”, written by Rich Margopoulos
* Vampirella #112: “The Walker of Worlds”, written by Rich Margopoulos

Featuring the best in iconic horror, science fiction and fantasy, comes Vampirella Archives Volume 6! Starting off with issue #36 which celebrates the 5th anniversary of Vampirella and her magazine and ending the volume with #42. All the best in the industry are featured in this collection showcasing memorable classics by Archie Goodwin, Jose Gonzalez, Esteban Moroto, Felix Mas, Sanjulian, Enrich and countless others.

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